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Sometimes you just need a break from doing ALL. THE. THINGS. If you’re the type of person that feels like you're drowning and gets...
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Sometimes you just need a break from doing ALL. THE. THINGS. If you’re the type of person that feels like you're drowning and gets anxiety about being anxious, you’re not alone.
Alejandra Hayden is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Texas with 9 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. Alejandra has worked with clients to help them navigate their trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and much more.
After graduating from John Jay College of Criminal Justice with a Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Psychology in New York City, Alejandra decided to continue her education in Texas. Alejandra graduated with her Master of Arts in Family Therapy from the University of Houston - Clear Lake.
When it comes to therapy, Alejandra utilizes ART (accelerated resolution therapy) relational, collaborative, strength-based, cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, trauma-informed, solution-focused, and Gottman approach to assist her clients in meeting their goals. Alejandra tailors her sessions based on the client’s needs by remaining consistent in her flexibility, creativity, and awareness as she helps individuals and couples discover and utilize their unique strengths.
Alejandra understands that therapy can be intimidating at times. As such, she makes certain that she finds the right balance between listening and helping clients expand beyond their comfort zones by creating a safe, caring, and trusting relationship with each person. Alejandra ensures that she collaborates with you so that you are not only meeting your goals but also discovering your personal strengths, values, and desires to live your life to the fullest.
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I believe therapy is a collaborative journey of healing, and I strive to offer an inclusive, gentle, and tailored space where both...
I believe therapy is a collaborative journey of healing, and I strive to offer an inclusive, gentle, and tailored space where both adults and children feel empowered to grow and thrive.
I'm Nargis Ali, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Master of Arts in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling. I believe we all have unique strengths that help us navigate life's challenges. Seeking support through counseling is one way to rediscover and foster them. Since 2016, I have worked with both children and adults facing challenges like anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma, and life transitions. My clients seek to build practical coping strategies, process painful experiences, or find emotional balance. My goal is to collaborate with you to create a secure path toward healing and personal growth.
My approach is collaborative and integrative, drawing from CBT, DBT, ACT, and Family therapy to meet your unique needs. You can expect a gentle, nonjudgmental space where we target specific goals, process trauma, and develop practical coping skills. Together, we will build on your strengths to help you navigate transitions and find lasting relief.
Taking the first step toward therapy is a courageous act of self-care. Wherever you are on your path, please know you do not have to walk it alone. I am here to support you with compassion, understanding, and respect. When you are ready to begin your healing journey, I invite you to connect with me and schedule your first session.
I am honored that you are considering me to accompany you on your mental health journey....
I am honored that you are considering me to accompany you on your mental health journey.
I am a Resident in Counseling with 5 years of experience supporting clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. I specialize in helping individuals facing depression, anxiety, work stress, and addiction. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore challenges, build resilience, and foster growth. My goal is to empower clients to manage stress, improve relationships, and overcome patterns of self-doubt so they feel more balanced, confident, and connected in their daily lives.
I have a Master’s in Social Work from Our Lady of the Lake University. I integrate evidence-based practices such as dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. I tailor therapy to meet each client’s needs, ensuring that every person feels understood, supported, and empowered in their healing journey.
I believe everyone deserves a safe place to feel heard and supported. Life’s challenges can be heavy, but you don’t have to face them alone. Through warmth, compassion, and care, I help clients find healing, balance, and hope while working together at a pace that feels right for them.
As an African American male who has personally experienced ADHD and anxiety, I understand how stress can make tasks feel overwhel...
As an African American male who has personally experienced ADHD and anxiety, I understand how stress can make tasks feel overwhelming. I take a laid back, nonjudgmental approach to create a safe space for clients, making it easier to discuss challenges.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Louisiana and Texas with 9 years of experience. Since 2016, I’ve dedicated my career to supporting individuals in navigating anxiety, self-esteem, depression, life transitions, focus issues, and overcoming challenges. My approach is centered on helping clients shift thought patterns to create healthier perspectives, and I work to provide a professional yet welcoming environment where people feel heard, understood, and supported. I aim to help reduce anxiety and depression, while empowering clients to overcome obstacles and build resilience for long-term growth and positive change.
I earned my Master’s in Counseling and Guidance from Louisiana Tech University. I use cognitive behavioral therapy to guide clients in addressing challenges with new perspectives. By focusing on skills such as self-reflection and positive affirmations.
I understand firsthand how difficult mental health struggles can be, and I bring that insight into my work with every client. My goal is always to listen with compassion, meet clients where they are, and offer personalized support that addresses their unique needs and lived experiences, helping them move forward with confidence.
As a career-long advocate for mental health and wellness, I am passionate about connecting with people from all walks of life to h...
As a career-long advocate for mental health and wellness, I am passionate about connecting with people from all walks of life to help them achieve their desired mindset and potential.
John Alvarez is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 16 years of experience in the mental health field. John specializes in working with adults, seniors, teens, and adolescents with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, grief/loss, parenting issues, relationship issues, stress and anger management, behavioral issues, work and school issues, and change of life challenges. He also works with couples and families to improve communication dynamics.
John earned his Master's Degree in Community Counseling from the University of Texas at San Antonio. He likes to help clients understand the root of their problems through open, informal conversation. He takes an eclectic approach and specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy for addressing changes to behaviors and person-centered therapy for gentle bereavement support.
John is an empathic clinician who takes time to understand each client as an individual. With a wealth of varied experience as a mental health practitioner, John is adept at assessing the needs of each client to help create a personalized path to their goals. With a supportive and listening ear, John is ready to meet you as you take your next steps.
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My approach for therapy is to first establish a good rapport with the clients. I welcome questions along the way, and, especially in intake, let them know they can share what they are comfortable with and that I will respect their boundaries.
Clients work with the therapist on a variety of different skills, such as learning appropriate communication (verbal, nonverbal, active listening), how to identify and establish healthy boundaries, and increasing a sense of connection and intimacy with each other again.
Clients start showing meaningful progress in therapy when they gain more insight into their issues and start catching themselves with old thinking and problem-solving patterns. Conflicts decrease as conflict resolution, appropriate and effective communication, and trust and intimacy increase within the couple.
Clients can do many things in their personal time to supplement therapy. They can supplement their time between sessions by working on some of the exercises and techniques reviewed with them in sessions. Various homework assignments can also focus on rebuilding the relationship and increasing connection with each other, and communication exercises help as well.
To prepare for your first therapy session, you can write down a list of questions and concerns to discuss. This can include current stressors in your life, past issues/events that have occurred that you may want to address, as well as current stressors and how long you have been experiencing them. Ensure that both of you are ready to participate in therapy. Of course, you will want to think about what you want to work on while in therapy, as well as what goals you both want to strive for.
Couples therapy and marriage counseling, also known as relationship counseling, helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. Some examples of common focuses within couples therapy and marriage counseling include:
The types of therapy used in couples and marriage counseling include:
At Thriveworks, Couples/marriage therapy is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples.
The Gottman Method of couples therapy is a research-supported approach designed to enhance relationships by bolstering the bond between partners, resolving conflicts, and fostering shared meaning in their relationship through comprehensive assessments and tailored interventions that improve communication, trust, and the overall health of the partnership.
If you’re facing persistent relationship problems, communication breakdowns, or unresolved conflicts that are impacting your emotional well-being and happiness, Couples/marriage therapy may be beneficial for you.
While marriage and couple’s counseling is typically recommended for couples who are experiencing persistent or severe relationship issues, any relationship can benefit from attending these sessions.
Marriage and couples counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
On average, couples attend marriage and couples counseling for 12 weeks. However, couples & marriage counseling may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
Couples therapy and marriage counseling at Thriveworks in Kingwood, TX is a way of cultivating healthier relationships with intimate partners. You and your partner don’t need to be in crisis to see a couples counselor. There’s always room for mutual growth in a relationship. This growth might happen naturally over time, but a relationship can mature a lot more quickly–and with a lot less heartache–with some professional guidance.
The marriage and relationship counselors at Thriveworks in the Houston, TX area can give couples the tools they need to nourish themselves and their bonds. Reach out today to get started.
The vast majority of couples who do relationship therapy emerge satisfied from the experience. This means that they accomplished what they set out to accomplish. Granted, different couples have different goals. One couple might need help navigating a tricky divorce so the children don’t unduly suffer. Another couple might need help with physical intimacy issues (sex therapy). And yet another couple might feel like they’re doing great, but they’d like tips on how to maintain their harmony in the long-term.
So one of the first things couples do when they arrive for couples counseling is talk to the licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) about their goals. At Thriveworks in Kingwood, TX, couples may want to work on any of the following subjects:
There’s no single best approach to marriage counseling. Great therapists respond to the needs and personalities of individual clients. At Thriveworks in Kingwood, TX, relationship counseling takes numerous client factors into consideration:
A fully licensed, qualified therapist can help couples tell the real story of their relationship. A therapist facilitates open, safe discussion about what each partner really needs, whether that be to feel more loved, to model a great relationship for the kids, or to create healthy boundaries.
Relationship issues can be approached from a variety of different therapeutic perspectives. Some couples therapists at Thriveworks in Kingwood, TX prefer the Gottman method while others prefer emotionally focused therapy. But there are a few couples therapy exercises that counselors use fairly consistently across different modalities. They are:
Thriveworks LFMTs love working with couples in Houston who are experiencing relationship problems and obstacles. It’s gratifying to be able to help loved ones navigate their issues and emerge stronger on the other side.
You can call the Thriveworks office in Kingwood, TX today and meet with a counselor as early as this week. Therapy can take place in person at the modern office, or virtually through convenient online counseling sessions. Call the Thriveworks office today or book your session online and find out how you can strengthen your relationship with your partner. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Kingwood is located near Rockmead Drive and Kingwood Drive, off Interstate 69. It is close to the Robert L. Salazar M.D., F.A.C.C. and right by the Kingwood Place
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